Latitude AI (lat.ai) is an automated driving technology company developing a hands-free, eyes-off driver assist system for next-generation Ford vehicles at scale. We’re driven by the opportunity to reimagine what it’s like to drive and make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone.  

When you join the Latitude team, you’ll work alongside leading experts across machine learning and robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors and compute systems, test operations, systems and safety engineering – all dedicated to making a real, positive impact on the driving experience for millions of people. 

As a Ford Motor Company subsidiary, we operate independently to develop automated driving technology at the speed of a technology startup. Latitude is headquartered in Pittsburgh with engineering centers in Dearborn, Mich., and Palo Alto, Calif.

Meet the team:

This Architecture team oversees design and sets the technical direction of IT for the organization. This role is responsible for what is to be built and will work alongside the IT leaders of Technical Operations, Cybersecurity and Network Infrastructure. They will provide technical leadership, drive innovation, and apply industry best standards and patterns to bridge the gap between on-premise and cloud architecture with strong experience in hybrid solutions.

What you’ll do: 

• Partner with the business and identify the stakeholders and the needs: who is impacted and should be signing off that the architecture addresses the needs
• Work (potentially with others) to develop a clear IT system architectural design that is clearly communicated and appropriately reviewed
• Ensure the architectural plan solves the core problem and is well scoped to be achieved in a reasonable time frame. Note in many cases, this may require a sequential plan with a series of intermediate milestones that produce a tangible usable (but limited) system rapidly that can then be iteratively improved
• Ensure that we use the right technologies so we end up with a cost efficient, scalable solution that meets the core needs
• Work with TPM(s) and team leads to ensure the effort has appropriate resources, clear owners of each piece, and is scheduled with a realistic executable plan, and communicated broadly to the org. Note, we may often develop an architecture well before we execute the work
• Where needed, ensure we have a clear test and validation plan
• Update architecture and project plan as work executes and we obtain feedback that may change the initial assumptions or invalidate approaches

What you'll need to succeed:

• Prior senior level engineering experience
• Strong experience with Linux
• Significant (4+ years) prior experience in one or more of the following: 
• Virtualization (On prem compute + SAN preferred)
• Kubernetes
• Cloud compute environments (AWS and GCP)
• Significant (4+ years) prior experience in one or more of the following
• directory services (LDAP or AD)
• IAM providers
• Experience with IAC
• Experience with IT systems Orchestration
• Demonstrated ability to think about the big picture, including the relationships between systems, the impact of design decisions to the broader effort, and the viewpoints of different stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills
• Strong verbal and written skill set
• Experience with IAC
• Experience with IT systems Orchestration
• Experience building enterprise class designs
• Technical mentorship experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD)

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account with available employer match
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid medical leave
• Unlimited vacation
• 15 paid holidays
• Complimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacks for onsite employees
• Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Adoption/Surrogacy support program
• Backup child and elder care program
• Professional development reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Discounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
• Company and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiatives

Learn more about Latitude’s team, mission and career opportunities at lat.ai!

The expected base salary range for this full-time position in California is $152,320 - $209,440 USD. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Latitude employees are also eligible to participate in Latitude’s annual bonus programs, equity compensation, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Candidates for positions with Latitude AI must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.